Massage Therapy

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

MASS 101R : Basic Massage Theory and Application

This course introduces the massage therapy student to the history and theory of massage. It includes skill development in the art and science of massage therapy. This course consists of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on treatment. The students will be working on each other under the direct supervision of a certified, licensed massage therapy instructor. The course involves learning the fundamentals of giving a full body massage. Draping techniques are covered thoroughly to ensure client comfort and modesty. Indications and contraindications, the basic physiological effects, hygiene, professional appearance, sanitation procedures and equipment needed are covered. NOTE: During the first month of the course of study, each student will be required to have had a full body massage by a licensed massage therapist and present documentation by the therapist. The student is responsible for costs associated with this treatment. )

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Matriculation in the Massage Program, MASS 102R (or corequisite)

MASS 102R : Human Body I

This course is designed for students studying to become professional Massage Therapists. The content is designed to coincide with the development of manual skills, connecting the study of the human body with the practice of massage therapy, with a focus on the mind/body connection.

Credits

3

Corequisites

MASS 101R

MASS 103R : Human Body II

This course is designed for students studying to become professional Massage Therapists. The content is designed to coincide with the development of manual skills, connecting the study of the human body with the practice of massage therapy, with a focus on the mind/body connection. This course focuses on the muscular system.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MASS 102R
MASS 121R

(or corequisite)
Matriculation in the Massage Therapy Program

MASS 104R : Human Body III

This course is designed for students studying to become professional Massage Therapists. The content is designed to coincide with the development of manual skills, connecting the study of the human body with the practice of massage therapy, with a focus on the mind/body connection. An overview of the structure and function of the body systems and the effects of the sympathetic nervous response are covered.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MASS 103R

(or corequisite)
Matriculation in the Massage Therapy Program

MASS 105R : Massage Essentials

Massage Essentials covers important topics such as professional communication, self-care, the therapeutic relationship, confidentiality, evolution of massage, and the effects of massage on the homeostasis. These topics are as important as a Massage Therapist’s hands-on skill.

Credits

3

Corequisites

MASS 101R

MASS 107R : Intro to Massage Specialties I

Introduction to Massage Specialties I familiarizes the student with a wide spectrum of massage therapy specialties. The student will study and practice the basics elements of three different common eastern and energy based massage modalities.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MASS 101R

(or corequisite)

MASS 117R : Massage Business Practices I

This course is designed to equip the student with the skills to present themselves professionally in an employment setting. Students will create resumes, cover letters, practice interview skills and attend a Massage Therapy Employer Panel.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

MASS 192R

(or co-requisite)

MASS 118R : Massage Business Practices II

This course is designed to equip the student with the business skills needed to practice professionally, either as an independent massage practitioner or as an employee. The student will develop a business plan, marketing materials, and other products that have practice ‘real world’ value.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

MASS 117R
MASS 192R

Matriculation in the Massage Therapy Program

MASS 121R : Intermediate Massage Theory and Application

This course focuses on health care massage, postural dysfunction and outcome based treatment planning. Assessments, mechanical and reflexive techniques, hydrotherapy and endangerment sites, designing the massage treatment and the body/mind connections will be introduced. Topics to be reviewed are body mechanics movement, history, client expectations, indications and contraindications.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MASS 101R
MASS 102R

MASS 126R : Massage Rules and Ethics

This course focuses upon specific ethics of the profession of massage, as exemplified in various codes of ethics of major massage organizations and New Hampshire Rules and laws governing massage therapy and therapists.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

MASS 192R

(or corequisite)

MASS 140R : Massage Capstone

In this research-based course students will integrate all learning to-date to create a safe and therapeutic outcome-based massage treatment specific for clients with common conditions. Common conditions, their causes, contributing factors, cautions and contraindications will be addressed.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MASS 104R
MASS 130R

(or corequisite)

MASS 192R : Massage Professional Experience

This course provides 2/3 of the 125 practice hours of massage as required by the State of New Hampshire for licensure. The student will apply new learning to assess the needs of the client to develop a massage treatment that meets the unique needs of that client. The faculty advisor will assist students in the learning process and will be on duty during the course. Students will meet with the faculty supervisor as needed throughout the semester for feedback and review. Students are required to show evidence of a liability policy additional to the college liability policy which covers them when they are conducting massages independently (i.e., not directly supervised by a college faculty).

Credits

2

Prerequisites

MASS 121R

(or corequisite)

MASS 195R : Massage Practicum

This course completes the NH State Requirement of at least 125 hours of practice massage for licensure. The student will be integrating all prior learning to thoroughly assess clients’ needs and design a massage treatment that is effective for each client. Forty five hours of massage therapy will be performed with a variety of clients at an approved practicum site and documented as required by NH standards.

Other/Practicum Hours: 3 (45 total clock hours)

Credits

1

Prerequisites

MASS 130R
MASS 140R

(or corequisite)